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    hello everyone. Im new here and I tried to use the search function and I couldnt find anything I was looking for (i might just suck at using it) anyways, im looking for opinions on electronic scales. I found some at walmart that go up for 11 pounds but I feel like I need one that weighs more than that. I was also wondering what ones do you all think are the most accurate scales? I will mostly be using them for smaller computer parts and different things like that (not drug related)



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    Look at the similar threads at the bottom. There are 5 of em' already there.
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    If you are concerned about weighing smaller pieces I would suggest a scale that weighs up to only a couple of pounds or less. I would also get another scale that weighs to around 50lbs, when you get up in those weights you would not be looking to the 1/2 ounce on things.
    Just my thoughts, others may have different opinions.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Gravitar View Post
    Look at the similar threads at the bottom. There are 5 of em' already there.
    gosh darn it. i knew i would make myself look stupid. thank you for tellin me where to look lol

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    heres my 2 scales i use, 75 pound , and a small jewelers scale you will need both styles if you are going to be doing shipping and escrap

    Electronic Balance Gram Pocket Digital Weighing 100g 300gx0 01g 500g 1000gx0 1g | eBay

    Weighmax 75 lb Pound Digital Postal Shipping Scale w AC Free Expedited Shipping | eBay
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    don't forget to check out Ebay also, I'm using one similar to this, I think mine goes to 75lb. but also does grams, with a memory recall.
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    Some people use a fish scale from Wa*lmart for weighing buckets with handles. In mechanical or digital depending on what you want to spend.

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    If you have a harbor freight around you they have a scale that goes to 70 lbs and its only about $40. I have it and it seems to work well for what I use it for.

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    Be-careful if you going to use them for buying scrap purposes, you would have to get them registered and inspected for accuracy by the state you live in. If your not buying from anyone with them your fine. Just to give ya a heads up.
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    I do agree thats why I added in that its good for what I use it for since I dont buy in weight from anyone yet.


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